Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Materials Engineering
Master Positions in materials engineering in All Locations
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Universities with open master's positions in materials engineering include U.S. Department of Energy, Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry and Northern Illinois University.
U.S. Department of Energy
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The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s Environmental Laboratory (EL) is a multidisciplinary research environment focused on environmental science and engineering solutions for the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense, and the nation. This research opportunity sits within the Materials and Surface Science Team (MASS), where the selected participant will work on cross-cutting projects that connect computer science and AI/ML with materials science. Under mentor guidance, the parti...
Computer Science
Data Science
Chemistry
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Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry
Japan
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4 days ago
The Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry (CRIEPI) is recruiting one full-time researcher at a researcher/postdoctoral-equivalent or chief-researcher-equivalent level in the Materials Science Research Division of its Energy Transformation Research Headquarters. The project concerns the evaluation and improvement of long-term reliability in high-voltage, high-current power semiconductor devices and power electronics equipment used for power control applications. Research may addre...
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Materials Engineering
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4 days ago
Mahdi Vaezi
Northern Illinois University
United States
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1 week ago
Mahdi Vaezi at Northern Illinois University is recruiting a fully funded Graduate Research Assistant for the NIU Bioplastics Lab , starting in Spring 2027 . The selected student will enroll in the M.S. in Industrial Management and Engineering Technology in NIU’s Department of Engineering Technology while conducting research in a lab focused on bioplastics , biocomposites , polymers , and sustainable materials . This opportunity is especially relevant for applicants with backgrounds in materials ...
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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1 week ago
Université de Sherbrooke
Canada
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1 month ago
Funded opportunities are available at Université de Sherbrooke in Canada for Master’s, PhD, and postdoctoral candidates working on the ATLAS II research project focused on predictive digital engineering for the lightweighting of recreational vehicles, including snowmobiles. The project combines mechanical engineering , materials science , manufacturing processes , numerical modeling , AI , and digital twins . Research topics include advanced aluminum alloys, alloy characterization, hot forming, ...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Mechanical Engineering
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Shanghai Jiao Tong University
China
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3 months ago
Fully funded Master's, PhD, and Postdoc positions are advertised at Shanghai Jiao Tong University , China, in the School of Mechanical Engineering and the Intelligent Vehicle Research Institute . The research focus is on lithium-ion battery management systems , solid-state batteries , electrochemical modeling , state estimation , battery safety , and electric vehicles . Related topics of interest include battery modeling , advanced BMS algorithms , fast charging , solid-state battery design and ...
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
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University of Toronto
Canada
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Organic Photovoltaics
Molecular Electronics
Conjugated Polymer
Utrecht University
Netherlands
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Polymer Physics
Crystallization
Solid State Physics
Colloid Science
Associate Professor
Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials, Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Netherlands
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Semiconductor Physics
Nanomagnetism
Quantum Magnetism
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University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
Italy
Research Interests
Hardware Engineering
Condensed Matter Physics
Semiconductor Physics
Transistor Technology
Solid-state Electronics
National Technical University of Athens
Greece
Research Interests
Electromagnetic
Medical Imaging
Radio Frequency
Millimeter-wave Technology
Mechanical Engineering
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Sewanee: The University of the South
United States
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Solid State Physics
High-temperature Alloys
High-pressure Physics
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.